Animal Welfare Act – new regulations

On 1 October this year new animal welfare regulations come into effect. Check out the information here –www.mpi.govt.nz/animalregs

The changes to the regulations make it easier for MPI and the SPCA to take action against animal mistreatment. New penalties such as fines will be issued for certain actions. MPI has confirmed that they will continue to prosecute the worst offenders under the Animal Welfare Act.